Bad press didn't affect our performance - KDC chair
Friday, November 25, 2011
He told a media gathering in Shadishadi this week that though they have apparently been considered the worst performing council in the country by the media, council performance reviews by the Ministry of Local Government placed them in either position one or two in various performance areas last year.
He said that performance is based on progress made in building and maintaining district roads, in the provision of potable water, primary school supplies and infrastructure, sanitation and waste management and in the provision of social services. Public complaints received from the community are also a useful guide he said.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...